Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 12
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $469 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 43/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 467,392); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi Note 12
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 467392
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 66/100)
- Lighter: 188g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $469
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 12, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 28 points higher (71/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100, Redmi Note 12 — 48/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (90/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (37/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (72/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 467392 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $200 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 12 by 462.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $269. Redmi Note 12 was $269 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (90/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (37/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (72/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 28 points (71/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 12?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 12?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi Note 12 is a better fit for everyday use.